When It Storms

Very rarely did it storm over Butterfly Kingdom, but when it did, the young king and queen of two years were thankful for every ambient moment it brought. River, despite his nerves, was quite the romantic, but more so on a stormy day. Over the months, he had picked up on Moon's love of stormy weather. Noticing that his wife was becoming exceedingly stressed, River aimed to use this storm to pick her spirits up. While the storm clouds developed, River set his plan into motion.

While Moon was in a meeting, River ordered all but a few servants to find as many periwinkle petals and one perfect periwinkle flower. While River waited for the petals to arrive, he placed and lit the candles that would outline the paths. Eventually, the petals arrived and River created one main path with two smaller branching paths. The walkway started at the doorway with the right leading to the spot where River would be standing and the left leading to the bed. With the remaining blue and purple flower petals, River created a purple diamond within a blue butterfly. Once he had finished decorating the room, he dressed in his best suit and removed a love note he had worked on the day before.

Being the highest-ranking royal in the meeting, Moon would be released first. Knowing this, River placed the note in front of the door five minutes prior to the meeting's conclusion. River instructed the closest servant to only allow the queen to read it. After double-checking the status of the meeting, River nervously hurried back to their bedroom to continue stressing over Moon's reaction and the decorations.

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Moon was exhausted and highly irritated from the six meetings she had to sit through. Following royal etiquette, Queen Moon exited the room first, much to her delight. Upon nearing the doorway, Moon noticed a peculiar piece of parchment on the floor. She requested that one of the servant's hand it to her so she could further inspect it. The tired queen saw that her name was written on one side with a beautiful purple flower attached. She immediately recognized her husband's handwriting and decided to break away from the attention of the other nosy nobles. She entered an empty corridor and read the simple, but charming love note.

To my dearest, the love of my life! This unblemished periwinkle flower reflects your grace, beauty, and serenity. To others, none can compare! Though the sun has relentlessly beat down upon your delicate petals, you do not wilt. Forever yours,

~ River (your loving husband)

She blushed deeply, causing her diamonds glow similar to real ones. Moon didn't doubt that River struggled to write this short note, he didn't care much for literature. She chuckled at the thought of stumbling upon his many rough drafts possibly strewn about in her room. Smiling, Moon pocketed her love note and made her way to her adoring husband. When she reached her room, she noted that the air smelt heavily of flowers and oncoming rain.

What a lovely mix, thought an enchanted Moon, River has truly outdone himself. I love this part of him so much!

Nervously, Moon inhaled deeply before opening the door. She gasped at the breathtakingly romantic setting her husband had diligently put together for her. Not wanting to damage the petals too badly, Moon removed her shoes before entering.

First, Moon examined her husband's handiwork that lied on the bed. Immediately, her hands met her mouth in shock and appreciation. Smiling deeply, she approached her nervous but patient husband. Before she could utter a word, River placed his index finger to her lips and handed her a nicely wrapped box. Excitedly, she opened the box to reveal a new luxurious purple dress with lilac designs and matching gloves.

The young queen was grateful and wanted to show her appreciation. After setting the gift box down delicately, Moon grasped her husband's face and kissed him. Hurriedly, the king picked up his wife and carried her bridal style to their bed. Outside, thunder signaled the hard patter of rain as the two became locked in a passionate kiss among the petal strewn bed.